Description
Instant Pot Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and savory dish made with tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and ranch seasoning. It’s a family favorite comfort food that comes together quickly and can be served on buns, over rice, or with veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2–inch pieces
- 3/4 cup chicken broth, divided
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 12 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 (1-ounce) package ranch seasoning mix
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Hamburger buns, for serving
- Chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Cook the bacon until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot.
- Pour 1/4 cup of chicken broth into the pot and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the chicken breasts, cream cheese cubes, ranch seasoning mix, salt, pepper, and remaining chicken broth to the pot.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir until well combined with the sauce.
- Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Stir in the cooked bacon.
- Serve warm on hamburger buns, garnished with fresh chives.
Notes
- This dish can also be served over rice, pasta, or with lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Use chicken thighs for an even juicier version.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: instant pot crack chicken, shredded chicken sandwich, ranch chicken recipe, instant pot chicken bacon ranch, creamy chicken dinner